English and American Literature

Program Description

This degree introduces students to a wide range of literature in English, while also allowing them to study the various connections linking English and American writers within a transatlantic context. The foundation year studies the early history of genres later taken up in America—narrative and poetry—and introduces students to major works and key themes in twentieth-century literature. After this, the amount of American Literature studied is flexible. By selecting options in American Literature, students can take over half their degree-level modules (i.e. year two and three) in the American area. On the other hand, if their interests look towards English and European Literature, the choice of modules can reflect this preference while still maintaining contact with American subjects. In all cases the intention is to give the student a good working knowledge of the main areas of English and American literature. The core second-year American module is US Writing and Culture, 1780-1920, an introduction to central themes in American culture; it covers major authors from the early nineteenth century through World War I. In year three, students can elect to take modules from a basket of options including Twentieth-Century American Literature, Modern American Poetry, North American Women Writers, Native American and Mixed-Blood Narratives, and States of Damage: C21 US Writing and Culture.

Program Details

Institution

English and Comparative Literary Studies

Duration

3 Years

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

Full Time

Qualification

BA

Entry Requirements

AAB + AS level B or A level AA + AS level AAB. Please note that A levels in creative subjects (e.g. Photography, Art, Dance, Music) are acceptable, provided they have a written component.

Application Process

You need to apply online through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) website. UCAS Code: QT37 BA/EAL.